Hockey, Ice

Okay, Morrow wasn’t actually standing on his head to make this play. As you see in the sequence below, he had just been wrecked by Bergeron (2003 NHL playoffs).

Yes this is a Web site about REAL hockey (ice; not roller, not inline, not table, not bubble, or field hockey).

On NHL Hockey Ice

So you think you’d like to skate on the NHL hockey ice?
Well, there are many ways to get to skate on NHL ice these days. NHL franchised hockey teams have many different promotions to facilitate your use of their ice. Playing professional hockey on NHL ice is a different story.

Play Pro Hockey – NHL Entry Draft

How does one get to play pro hockey, specifically nhl hockey? To be recruited to the NHL entry draft, NHL prospects are watched and chosen from the CHL (ohl, whl, qmjhl); Europe; junior hockey leagues; college hockey leagues from NCAA hockey; highschool and minor hockey; CJHL, USHL, and NAHL. Those players who attract the attention of NHL scouts have extensive hockey training from numerous hockey drills and hours on and off ice. They’ve attended hockey camps and hockey schools, and have superior hockey skills. Some will have to prove themselves in the AHL or other minor pro hockey leagues like the ECHL first.

Ice Hockey Goals
If your goal is to play ice hockey on an NHL team, then it’s likely that you’ve already put in some effort, and hockey teams may want you too. Their scouts have to find you though.

Do you know which are the best hockey leagues to play in to be scouted?

To Be A Pro Hockey Player
Not everyone can be a pro hockey player. Imagine the love of the ice hockey game, the dedication to hockey training, the number of ice hockey games you’d have to play. What would it take for you to play at the pro hockey level, NHL, AHL, or even the major junior hockey or junior A level? A lot! Read pages and comments in this Web site. Ask us your question(s). Get involved and take control of your own hockey career. Nobody else can do it for you.

NHL Hockey Ice will cover how to learn hockey so you can get to the NHL, common steps taken to get there, who is likely to get on a NHL ice hockey team, and what it’s like to play team hockey at that level, or any other high level of hockey.

Pro Hockey Life forthcoming articles

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Hey, my name is Carson, currently I’m playing Jr. A tier II hockey. I am 15 years old. I am the smallest and youngest player on my team. I’m 5’8 and only 140 lbs. I really want to make it to the NHL but first I have to put some weight on healthily before I get killed out there (I am playing against 21 year old men.) I eat ALOT and still can’t put weight on, I train for hockey almost everyday extremely hard. Do you know of any ways I can put weight on while still eating well and being able to train lots? Thanks, also, I have a showcase event with an OHL team but I want to go the NCAA route, if I get asked to sign to the OHL team should I? Or should I continue on NCAA route? Thanks

Have you spoken to the team trainer about a bulk-up and weight gain program? A nutritionist? Sorry for the late reply. I could not advise you about OHL vs NCAA because I don’t know enough about you and your physical/educational/financial situation.

Hi, my name is Tyler pomeroy im 18 years old. 5 foot 8 inches and weight 190 pounds. Ive been looking at websites trying to figure out where to start. Ive played ice hockey for 5 years before moving to ottawa. I dont know where to start. Ive been offered a poistion for the florida panthers junior team but considering i dont have the money to live in the states to do it there i had to turn it down. Can you help me figure out where to start. Thanks

I’m 17 years old and standing at 5’6”. I am wanting to play pro whether its the ECHL-NHL as long as I can play the game I love. I played my first year of junior A hockey this past season. It didn’t go as well as I hoped but was a great start for sure. I try to fit in workouts but it’s hard when I’m working all the time. Do you think it’s to late to play pro hockey now or is there still hope?

Hi, my name is Jey, and I’ve been playing hockey since 9 years old. I’m currently 13 years old and the coaches tell me I’m one of the better and faster players now. I’ve tried out for the select team finally because everyone kept telling me to so I did and now I’m on the select them now(Rebels). I want to become a pro player and maybe play in the NHL if I could, but it feels like there’s a lot more to go and if also feels like I’m a bit late. My parents say that it’s too late now, there are already tons of pro players that have played since 3 years old in Canada, and my parents want me to become a doctor or some sort which I don’t completely agree with. I love winning (who doesn’t) and I want to improve fast and right to become a pro player. If I’m in select at age 13, how much more and how long does it take for me to become a professional NHL player? I love watching hockey, especially the Hawks which is my favourite team, and I want to be like them. I don’t want to become a doctor or some sort because my peers tell me to, I want to follow my dream. Also, what or how many steps are there to become an NHL player? (Similar to my last question). I also want to know the secret of improving in hockey.

I live over seas, in the middle east. I am canadian but since i don’t live there or play hockey there, what can I do? I won’t be able to be noticed by any scouts or anything living over there, so would I just have to jump right into the college hockey scene when i graduate and hope for the best? any advice?

Hi, I am a thirteen year old boy, left defense. I am starting first year bantam this year. Do you think that recreational blue-liners could get drafted into the WHL? I am pretty good, I played for a State B team last year but I am afraid that I am not going to be able to make a spot on a select team.
Thanks, Anders

Many coaches believe that playing many different sports as well as rec hockey until Bantam is great. At that point and age, it’s approaching the time to specialize and get higher quality, sport-focused training. Shoot for AA in your major bantam year.

Hi, my name is Thomas Cogswell and i want to be in the NHL, im 16 and in 10th grade, I live in MA, im not sure where to start though, ive always been told im a great hockey player (although there is alot of room for improvement) but i dont know which path to go to begin my hockey career, should i start on my high school team and then play in college and go up the divisions like that? Or is there another way to become big, hockey is my one and only dream here, please help me.

Hello,
I’m 12 years old and I’ve been playing hockey since I was 7. I have made the top team in the league 3 times. I follow the NHL and the Blackhawks but, I’ve now figured out that not everyone makes the NHL. But, I believe I can make it. My goalie skills are pretty significant. So I have to ask you. Do you think I have chance to make the NHL. PLEASE CONTACT BACK!

Hi my name is Cameron and I am 5′ 1″ and I in 6th grade. I play on a Bantom minor team and I am one of the best. I am no goal scorer but more of two way player. I can play any position ecsept goalie. I am very determined about getting into Boston Collage and getting drafted to the NHL. My dad and I will start actual training over the summer. I have been skating since 3 yrs old and been playing hockey since 4 yrs. I am usually around top 5 on my team when I am on the younger side and top 2 or 3 with kids my age. I’ve been playing competitive hockey scince I was 4. Do I have a shot to go pro?

I’ve been playing hockey for about 5 years, and I’m in the 7th grade. I play on a house team, but my ultimate goal/dream is to play in the NHL. I play hockey in my basement almost every day and my best friend plays with me whenever we hang out. He also plays house with me, and was recently on a select team. Me and him just recently tried out for a travel team. I didn’t even make first cuts, but he almost made the team. I am also going to a rigorous hockey camp in Quebec this summer and I really hope that it will help me out. Thank you so much for reading this, and It would mean so much if you could respond.

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